Dental Front Office Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

Westchester Dental Group proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will thrive in an efficient office environment alongside an exceptional, well-trained, highly motivated dental team where you can expand your knowledge and career. We welcome you to join us if you are drawn to working in a clinically- focused, patient-centric, fully digital dental office. Apply today and be part of our exciting journey!

Full Time Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm

Overview

We are looking for a motivated, resourceful, customer-driven individual to join our team as a Front Office Coordinator. This position serves as a welcoming presence to all patients, vendors, and guests while offering day-to-day expertise in practice-level functions. This role is provided direction and responsibility for various administrative and clinical tasks daily and is assigned those responsibilities by the Practice Leader.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain meticulous records to ensure all provider, insurance, and patient accounts are recorded and posted correctly.
• Schedule and confirm patient appointments to maximize the provider schedules.
• Present treatment plans and financial responsibilities effectively to patients.
• Address patient concerns while remaining calm, effective, and even-tempered in high-pressure circumstances.
• Maintain a positive and professional image, both individually and within the workspace.
• Consistently meet the expectations and responsibilities of the Practice Leader and practice needs.
• Assist and support clinical team as needed in areas such as set up/break down of dental operatory and instrument sterilization.
• Other assigned duties and responsibilities per management.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Dental office experience preferred.
• Dentrix experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and operating procedures.
• Facility with Microsoft Office and dental practice management software.
• Positively contribute to a respectful and collaborative working environment with coworkers.
• Facilitate patient comfort, care, and satisfaction consistently.
• Willingness to advance skills through continuing education opportunities.
• Present to work during scheduled shifts.

Education and Experience

• High School Degree.
• Prior front desk experience in a medical or dental office.
• People management or staff/ project coordination experience.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of periods of standing and bending.
• Must be able to lift <15 pounds at times.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees*

• PTO, paid holidays, office closure days
• Medical
• Vision
• Dental allowance
• Uniform allowance, as needed
• 401(k) Eligibility
• And many more!

*Benefits are subject to change and eligibility*

The pay range for this role varies based on experience, credentials, and availability. In addition to competitive compensation, our team members enjoy continuing education opportunities, production-based incentives (when applicable), and clear pathways for growth within the practice.

Our Mission & Values: To make the teams, patients, and practices we support healthier and happier.